Temporary Education Program Assistant 1

Department Ext Malheur Co Office (TEX) Classification Title Temp Education Prog Assist 1 Job Title Temporary Education Program Assistant 1 Appointment Type Temporary Staff Job Location Ontario Benefits Eligible Not benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Temporary Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (approximately 20-25 hours per week)

Temporary Education Program Assistant 1 position for the Division of Extension and Engagement’s Extension Malheur County Office with Oregon State University (OSU).

The position supports Oregon State University’s College of Agricultural Sciences within the Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences as part of a USDA National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program (NADPRP) initiative. The Education Program Assistant will play a key role in implementing educational components of the project by assisting with coordination, outreach, curriculum support, and event logistics. The position contributes directly to the project’s goal of enhancing animal disease preparedness through stakeholder engagement and targeted educational efforts across Oregon. Responsibilities include maintaining communication with collaborators, supporting the development and distribution of training materials, assisting in data collection for reporting, and helping ensure timely progress on project deliverables.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

Educational Program Support and Delivery – 45%

Program Coordination and Logistics – 25%

Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement – 15%

Data Collection, Reporting, and Documentation – 10%

Team Collaboration and Professional Development – 5%

What We Require

High School Diploma or equivalent and at least two years of relevant experience (paid or volunteer), supporting community programs that serve children, youth, or adults OR Associate Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer) which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions. AND Demonstrated oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences. Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications. Incumbent must successfully complete a criminal background check and be deemed fit for duty at placement and while serving in the position.

What You Will Need

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Agribusiness, Animal Science, or a closely related field.
• Direct experience working on a confined animal feeding operation.
• Experience implementing or supporting biosecurity practices in livestock operations.
• Experience working with confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs).
• Experience with both extensive and intensive cattle production systems.
• Experience writing and using geospatial information system tools to generate maps.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Current Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification.
• Experience contributing to or writing secure beef and/or secure milk supply plans.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Work performed during the 25-hour work week may be performed outdoors in rough and rugged high desert environments. It may include overnight stays for trips to operations and/or professional development opportunities.

Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th – 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min Salary $20.19 Max Salary $30.11 Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/174209

Posting Number P05455CT Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 12/01/2025 Anticipated Appointment End Date 02/23/2026 Posting Date 10/31/2025 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 11/07/2025 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External – open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact: Sergio Arispe, sergio.arispe@oregonstate.edu, 541-881-1417

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

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